Carl Was Three Years Old When He Acquired TBI

question 28

Multiple Choice

Carl was three years old when he acquired TBI. Which of the following was the most likely cause of his brain injury?

• A)He was accidentally shot by a playmate when showing off his father's gun.
• B)He was violently shaken by a babysitter.
• C)He was in a car that was hit by another car.
• D)He fell off a counter in his home.

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